Company Description
Title: Chef De Partie.
Location: Oxford, OX1
Salary: £40,185 (40 Hr Week)
Benefits:
- 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
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Plus your birthday off
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3 volunteering days
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3 days grandparent leave
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24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
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Secondary carer leave
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Wedding/commitment day leave
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Free meals on shift
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Bespoke training and development opportunities
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Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
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Pension and life insurance
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Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
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Wellbeing hub
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Access to employee assistance programme
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Cycle to work scheme
Are you a culinary connoisseur and gastronomic genius? Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent, and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft, that’s why invest in you to develop your professional growth.
We believe that it is our people that set us apart, that’s why as a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.
If you are a Chef de Partie who thrives on delivering extraordinary experiences, and loves to cultivate a harmonious and collaborative team, we would love to hear from you!
Job Description
We are seeking a talented and passionate Chef de Partie to join our culinary team in Oxford, United Kingdom. As a key member of our kitchen staff, you will be responsible for overseeing a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of food quality and presentation.
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Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and standards set by the head chef and sous chef
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Manage your assigned station, overseeing the production of all dishes within your area
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Maintain cleanliness and organization of your designated area, ensuring all equipment is in good working order
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Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service and timely food preparation
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Uphold strict food safety and sanitation standards at all times
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Contribute to menu development by providing innovative ideas and suggestions
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Train and mentor junior kitchen staff in your section
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Assist in inventory management and stock rotation for your station
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Participate in quality control measures, ensuring consistent taste and presentation of dishes
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Adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Qualifications
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Proven experience as a Chef de Partie, Commis Chef, or in a similar culinary role
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Culinary diploma or relevant certification in the culinary arts
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Some knowledge of various cooking techniques and international cuisines an advantage
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Strong understanding of food safety regulations and sanitation practices
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Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
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Demonstrated proficiency in using professional kitchen equipment and tools
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Strong communication and teamwork abilities
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Keen attention to detail in food preparation and presentation
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Knowledge of menu planning and food cost control
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Creative mindset with a passion for culinary innovation
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Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Additional Information
For 20+ years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.
We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.
Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.
Join us, and be part of the food revolution!
BaxterStorey Values:
ALWAYS VISIONARY
We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.
WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE
We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.
CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE
We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.
FOREVER CONSCIOUS
We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.
Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.
BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.
Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.
